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The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution(Google eBook)

Perhaps more responsible than anyone for the revolution in the way we eat, cook, and think about food, Alice Waters has “single-handedly chang[ed] the American palate” according to the New York Times. Her simple but inventive dishes focus on a passion for flavor and a reverence for locally produced, seasonal foods.

With an essential repertoire of timeless, approachable recipes chosen to enhance and showcase great ingredients, The Art of Simple Food isan indispensable resource for home cooks. Here you will find Alice’s philosophy on everything from stocking your kitchen, to mastering fundamentals and preparing delicious, seasonal inspired meals all year long. Always true to her philosophy that a perfect meal is one that’s balanced in texture, color, and flavor, Waters helps us embrace the seasons’ bounty and make the best choices when selecting ingredients. Fill your market basket with pristine produce, healthful grains, and responsibly raised meat, poultry, and seafood, then embark on a voyage of culinary rediscovery that reminds us that the most gratifying dish is often the least complex.

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... Some are quite educational. I'm enjoying with learning new things. ... ... Read full review

This book has some really wonderful and basic recipes. - Goodreads

Review: The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution

Angela - April 2, 2011 - Goodreads

... This book has some really wonderful and basic recipes. They are very easy to follow and don't take a huge amount of effort. I'd recommend the Pizza dough recipe ... Read full review

Very easy and tasty recipes. - Goodreads

Review: The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution

Paddy - May 16, 2008 - Goodreads

... Very easy and tasty recipes. She gets you into the mindset that you only need 3-4 ingredients to make a really awesome meal. It also includes a "what you should ... Read full review

... it's a nice introduction to approach. - Goodreads

Review: The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution

laura - March 12, 2010 - Goodreads

... be too basic for anyone to ever explain to me properly. it's a nice introduction to approach. also, the ingredients for mayonnaise are significantly less ... Read full review

Review: The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution

User Review - Rachel - Goodreads

Not really a book... but it's got great tips, and I love the whole premise of eating locally, seasonally and sustainably. And the idea of pantry staples that can make any good dinner without planning ahead. Get creative!Read full review

Review: The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution

User Review - Ron - Goodreads

I enjoyed the writing style - simple and elegant. Makes me want to go through this book Julia & Julia style.Read full review

About the author (2010)

Named the most influential figure in the past 30 years of the American kitchen by Gourmet magazine, ALICE WATERS is the owner of Chez Panisse restaurant and the author of nine cookbooks.

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The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution